A video circulating on social media has caused widespread concern after appearing to show students consulting textbooks while taking a Fazil (Honours) examination at a madrasa in Comilla Sadar South Upazila. The video, which surfaced on Tuesday, prompted the local administration to form a three-member inquiry committee to investigate the incident. According to the footage, […]

The Government of Bangladesh has extended the value-added tax (VAT) exemption on Dhaka Metro Rail services until 30 June 2026, providing a significant relief to daily commuters. The announcement was made on Wednesday by the National Board of Revenue (NBR), citing public interest as the primary reason for the decision. The VAT exemption, originally scheduled […]

A senior local leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Social and Cultural Organisation (JASAS) has been allegedly hacked to death in Gazipur’s Sripur upazila, sparking tension and concern across the area. Police have detained six individuals for questioning in connection with the killing, which is believed to be linked to a long-running land dispute. The incident […]

In a significant move aimed at facilitating smoother traffic flow, the Elevated Expressway in Dhaka will be toll-free for a period of four hours on Thursday, 25 December. This decision coincides with the return of BNP acting chairman, Tarique Rahman, to Bangladesh, and is expected to ease congestion on one of the city’s busiest roadways. […]

Bogura authorities have remanded two suspects for five days each in connection with the abduction and subsequent murder of a local businessman in Dupchanchia. The directive was issued on Tuesday evening by Judicial Magistrate Ariful Haque, confirmed Bogura Court Police Inspector Shahidul Islam. According to the court, the two suspects were presented before the magistrate […]

Chuadanga is currently grappling with a mild cold wave, which has caused temperatures to plummet, severely affecting daily life across the district. On Wednesday, the lowest temperature of the season, 10.5°C, was recorded, marking a significant dip for the area. Impact on Residents : The intense cold has exacerbated difficulties for the local population, particularly […]

At Rajshahi University, the Nationalist Teachers’ Forum (NTF) has strongly condemned the conduct of Rajshahi University Central Students’ Union (RUCSU) General Secretary Salahuddin Ammar. In a statement issued on Monday night, the Forum’s President, Professor Abdul Alim, and General Secretary, Professor Mohammad Amirul Islam, expressed profound disapproval and protest against his actions. According to the […]